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These days, you can have almost any kind of
wedding, from a simple “I do” in a Registration
Service Ceremony Room with a couple of
friends as witnesses, to a more grand affair at an
approved venue, with bridesmaids, attendants,
readings and music: the works! Nearly anything
goes but be aware that civil ceremonies must not
include any religious content. If either partner is unable to speak or understand
English, an interpreter must be present. You
can discuss this with the Registrar who takes
your Notice of Marriage so that you can make
appropriate arrangements. The only other
requirement on the day is that you have two
adult witnesses present who also must be able to
speak and understand English.
There will be two Registrars at your wedding;
one to conduct the ceremony and the other
to register your marriage. All ceremonies are
held in English. There is a huge variety of places in which
to have a civil wedding in Oxfordshire.
Oxfordshire: The place to marry